The Ashley Madison Scandal: Is Cheating Normal?

August 27, 2015•9 min

Can your relationship survive after you or your partner has been unfaithful?Cheating has always been frowned upon and deemed unforgivable, but infidelity is happening all over the globe.Earlier this month, hackers released the private information of individuals who signed up for Ashley Madison, an online dating website that specifically targeted married individuals or those in serious relationships. In fact, their tagline is, "Life is short. Have an affair."You might start to question: is cheating normal, and are monogamous relationships unrealistic?Gail Gross, PhD, discusses the Ashley Madison scandal, how cheating can damage your relationship, and if you can repair your relationship after an affair.